Chapter Board

The Chapter board is responsible for carrying out the purposes and objectives of the organization.

  • The Chapter Board consists of the Chapter officers elected by the membership.
  • The Board is authorized to adopt and publish such policies, procedures, and rules as necessary.
  • The Board is responsible for exercising authority over all Chapter business and funds.

Please scroll down to view the list of our current chapter board members. 

Board Members 

Other Past Presidents
(2023):  Duane Theleman, PMP 
(2019):  Rick Sutphin, PMP
(2017):  Debra Saucke, PMP 
(2015):  John Clark, PMP
(2013):  Tina Fleury, PMP
Zach Jones, PMP

Zach Jones, PMP

PRESIDENT

Zach Jones, PMP

PRESIDENT

President is responsible for handling the overall functioning of the Chapter, and is dedicated to achieving the Chapter vision, mission, and objectives as detailed in the Chapter Charter.

Rick Cordsen, PMP

Rick Cordsen, PMP

VP OF MEMBERSHIP

Rick Cordsen, PMP

VP OF MEMBERSHIP

Currently responsible for developing and maintaining the chapter membership plan to assure the growth through recruitment and partnering with major local and regional  employers. The position also includes publicity of the local Chapter through internal and external publications and through partnering with local businesses.

Pat Shannon, PMP

Pat Shannon, PMP

VP OF FINANCE

Pat Shannon, PMP

VP OF FINANCE

Currently responsible for maintaining the Chapter's financial records, goals & objectives as well as preparing the necessary New York State Tax forms, insurance forms, and annual financial plan/budget.

Steve Oberhaus, PMP

Steve Oberhaus, PMP

VP OF CERTIFICATION

Steve Oberhaus, PMP

VP OF CERTIFICATION

This position is responsible for assigning and tracking PDUs, as well as assisting members with obtaining and maintaining certification

Sumantra Sarkar, PMP

Sumantra Sarkar, PMP

VP OF COMMUNICATIONS

Sumantra Sarkar, PMP

VP OF COMMUNICATIONS

This position is currently handling the responsibility for disseminating information both to and from chapter membership, and includes handling the publicity of the local chapter through internal and external publications and through partnering with local businesses.

Barbara A. Waters, PMP

Barbara A. Waters, PMP

VP OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Barbara A. Waters, PMP

VP OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

This position is responsible for promoting project management professionalism through the development of educational publications, seminars, and workshops designed to help project management professionals achieve certification. In addition to the aforementoined responsibilities, the PD Officer organizes and executes the annual Professional Development Day event hosted by the chapter.

Mark Bentlage, PMP

Mark Bentlage, PMP

VP OF PROGRAMS

Mark Bentlage, PMP

VP OF PROGRAMS

This position is responsible for the development and delivery of programs related to Project Management for each scheduled chapter meeting.

Tom D'Onofrio, PMP

Tom D'Onofrio, PMP

VP OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Tom D'Onofrio, PMP

VP OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

This position is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of information technology, including updating and maintaining chapter web site.

Chaitra Hebbar Ballalla, PMP

Chaitra Hebbar Ballalla, PMP

VP OF GOVERNANCE

Chaitra Hebbar Ballalla, PMP

VP OF GOVERNANCE

This position is in charge of all matters relating to maintaining the chapter as an independent corporation registered in the State of New York and shall keep a repository of all annual business meeting and other records relating to incorporation.

Kristen Gance

Kristen Gance

DIRECTOR AT LARGE

Kristen Gance

DIRECTOR AT LARGE

This position is a learning position and also served as a voting member on the board who attends meetings, assists where needed but has no assigned responsibilities.

Duane Theleman, PMP

Duane Theleman, PMP

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

Duane Theleman, PMP

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

Immediate Past President attends board meetings and advises the current board.

Emily Oakley, PMP

Emily Oakley, PMP

VP of Marketing

Emily Oakley, PMP

VP of Marketing

This position is responsible for the promotion of our PMI Chapter through various events and activities.  Keeping the Chapter aligned with the overall PMI organization's values, mission, and resources.